Vermicelli Pork Bowls

Name: Vermicelli Pork Bowls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 pound ground pork; 2 clove garlic (minced); 0.5 cup gluten-free tamari (gluten-free); 2 tablespoon gluten-free fish sauce (gluten-free); 2 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 lime (juiced); 4 ounce gluten-free rice vermicelli noodles (gluten-free); 1 carrot (large, julienned or shredded); 0.5 English cucumber (thinly sliced or julienned); 0.25 cup rice vinegar; 4 cup mixed salad greens (or butter lettuce); 0.25 cup fresh mint (chopped, for garnish); 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)

Flavorful ground pork with a savory-sweet glaze, served over gluten-free vermicelli noodles with a vibrant mix of fresh and quick-pickled vegetables and herbs.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 10 min
Total: 25 min
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $3.54/serving

Dietary

Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
Nut-Free
Egg-Free
High-Protein

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground pork
2 clove garlic (minced)
0.5 cup gluten-free tamari (gluten-free)
2 tablespoon gluten-free fish sauce (gluten-free)
2 tablespoon brown sugar
1 lime (juiced)
4 ounce gluten-free rice vermicelli noodles (gluten-free)
1 carrot (large, julienned or shredded)
0.5 English cucumber (thinly sliced or julienned)
0.25 cup rice vinegar
4 cup mixed salad greens (or butter lettuce)
0.25 cup fresh mint (chopped, for garnish)
0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions

First, prepare quick-pickled vegetables: In a small bowl, combine the julienned carrot and sliced English cucumber with the rice vinegar and a pinch of salt. Set aside for at least 10 minutes to quick-pickle.
Cook the gluten-free rice vermicelli noodles according to package directions, typically by soaking in hot water or boiling briefly until tender. Drain and rinse with cold water to prevent sticking. Set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground pork and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the gluten-free tamari, gluten-free fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice to the pork. Stir well and simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to reduce slightly and coat the pork.
To assemble the bowls, divide the mixed salad greens among 4 large bowls. Top with a portion of the cooked vermicelli noodles.
Add the seasoned ground pork, then arrange the quick-pickled carrot and cucumber over the top.
Garnish with fresh mint and fresh cilantro, if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

For added crunch, sprinkle with crushed roasted peanuts or toasted sesame seeds before serving (if no nut allergies). This dish is also delicious served cold.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 445
Protein: 34 g
Carbohydrates: 38.5 g
Fat: 18 g
Fiber: 3.5 g
Sodium: 1400 mg
Saturated Fat: 6.2 g
Sugar: 12 g
Cholesterol: 75 mg